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J178 MTN

2007 Nissan Figaro

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

119,056 mi
Last recorded119,056 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Nissan Figaro107,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ178 MTN
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 119,056 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

General corrosion to underside and components

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear lower inner body/chassis corroded

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Fronts and rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2026 119,047 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

General corrosion to underside and components

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear lower inner body/chassis corroded

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Fronts and rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Rears Heavily cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 119,045 miles

General corrosion to underside and some components

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 27 Sep 2024 119,043 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

General corrosion to underside and some components

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2023 119,025 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

body has corrosion

suspension components corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2022 118,832 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 115,288 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 11 Oct 2021 115,282 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 110,278 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 104,213 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 104,078 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 100,113 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Apr 2018 100,094 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 96,941 miles

rear exhaust box deteriorating

Fail 20 Apr 2017 96,941 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear exhaust box deteriorating

Pass 24 Mar 2016 94,391 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both bumbers badly corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2015 90,513 miles

Exhaust corroded.

Fail 23 Mar 2015 90,511 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust corroded.

Pass 24 Mar 2014 86,655 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 82,958 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 82,956 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 80,928 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 79,632 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 78,720 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 77,103 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 75,529 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 75,529 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 71,111 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Figaro?

Based on 96,615 MOT tests across 5,753 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
2,107
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,753
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 2,995
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,940
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,780
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,502
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,502
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J178 MTN is a 2007 Nissan Figaro in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2007 Nissan Figaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 107,799 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Nissan Figaro fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 2,995 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J178 MTN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Figaro typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 19 years old, this Nissan Figaro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J178 MTN is a 2007 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 22 January 2007.

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